We have a Sr. Web Developer position in our Burbank, CA office. We are looking for someone that has Ruby on Rails experience. I have included a job description for your review. If you are interested in the position please apply online at www.espn.com req # 136107 as well as email me a date and time that you would be available for a phone interview with me. I look forward to speaking with you.
Thanks,
Marisa
Marisa Caccamo | Human Resources |ESPN ESPN Plaza | Bristol, CT 06010 Phone: 860-766-4033 | Fax: 860-766-2425 A career at ESPN… Yes, people get paid to work here http://www.espn.com/joinourteam
Dept - ESPN Digital Media
Title - Sr Web Developer
JOB ID: 136107
Job Responsibilities
The ESPN Digital Media Community Product Development team is responsible for developing the digital products that support ESPN’s Community Strategy. The Sr Web Developer is responsible for the design, development, testing, implementation, scalability and deployment of Ruby on Rails-based applications to support the Community Product Development initiatives.
These applications provide functionality for many of the most successful and highest profile sports-related features on the web.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, implement, scale and
deploy new Ruby on Rails based applications.
- Develop new features and functionality for
existing applications.
- Support the existing Community
infrastructure and applications.
- Provide support to entire team by
developing functionality needed to create new web applications and features.
- Identify areas that require improvement and
recommend/implement solutions.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in Computer Science or related
field, and/or equivalent work experience.
- At least 3 years of related experience with
2+ years experience with Ruby on Rails and web
applications
- Demonstrated experience developing in a RoR
environment
- Proficiency in a MySQL, SQL Server or
Oracle database technology
- Understanding of multi-tier web
architectures, and OO design patterns and concepts.
- Demonstrated ability to work on a diverse
scope of software and database projects requiring detailed analysis, creative/practical problem solving, and sound judgment.
- Ability to operate effectively in a
team-oriented and collaborative environment.
- Must demonstrate solid
organization/communication skills.
- Manage multiple projects within a short
development cycle with routine supervision
- Experience with HTTP, XML, Ajax, Javascript
and Web Services required.
- Knowledge of TDD, BDD and Agile development
practices a plus
- A passion for sports and the social aspects
sports creates!